WASHINGTON, February 15, 2006 - Watson Wyatt Worldwide, Inc., announced
today that Roger Urwin has joined the firm´s board of directors.
Urwin is the global practice director for Investment Consulting at Watson
Wyatt and serves on the Global Matrix Group, the firm´s executive
management team. A frequently quoted investment consultant who has been
with Watson Wyatt since 1989, Urwin has spoken to audiences in more than 25
countries on investment and pension topics.
"We are very pleased to have Roger join our board of directors," said John
Haley, president and CEO of Watson Wyatt. "With his international and
management expertise, Roger will bring a wealth of experience to our board
that will help us continue to grow our business globally."
Urwin´s appointment was made Feb. 10, 2006, at the regularly scheduled
meeting of Watson Wyatt´s board of directors. He will fill the remaining
portion of a term vacated by Paul Thornton, who retired from the board in
January. Urwin´s term will continue until the 2007 annual meeting.
Urwin is a graduate of Oxford University with master´s degrees in
mathematics and applied statistics. He is also a fellow at the Institute of
Actuaries.
About Watson Wyatt Worldwide
Watson Wyatt (NYSE: WW) is a leading global human capital and financial
management consulting firm. It specializes in employee benefits, human
capital strategies, technology solutions, investment consulting and
insurance and financial services and has more than 6,000 associates in 30
countries. The firm is located on the Web at www.watsonwyatt.com.
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